Acrylic polymers in primary forms

HS v2017 Code: 3906

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
39	06	n/a

Code	3906
Version	HS v2017
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	39

Ancestor Codes: Plastics and articles thereof

This Code: Acrylic polymers in primary forms

Child Codes: Acrylic polymers; (other than polymethyl methacrylate), in primary forms; Acrylic polymers; poly(methyl methacrylate), in primary forms

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): Polymers of styrene, in primary forms; Polymers of vinyl chloride or of other halogenated olefins, in primary forms; Polymers of vinyl acetate or of other vinyl esters, in primary forms; other vinyl polymers in primary forms; Polyacetals, other polyethers and epoxide resins, in primary forms; polycarbonates, alkyd resins, polyallyl esters and other polyesters, in primary forms; Polyamides in primary forms

About acrylic polymers in primary forms

HS code 3906 covers acrylic polymers in their primary forms, which are a versatile class of synthetic plastics with a wide range of applications. These polymers are known for their transparency, durability, and resistance to weathering, making them essential materials in industries such as construction, automotive, and consumer goods. As a key component in the global plastics industry, acrylic polymers play a vital role in the broader economy, contributing to the development of innovative products and solutions.

Production process

Acrylic polymers are typically produced through a process called polymerization, where monomers of acrylic acid or its derivatives are combined to form long-chain polymer molecules. This process can be carried out using various techniques, including bulk polymerization, solution polymerization, and emulsion polymerization, depending on the specific requirements of the final product.

Production inputs

The production of acrylic polymers requires several key inputs, including acrylic monomers, such as methyl methacrylate, as well as various additives and catalysts to control the polymerization process. Additionally, specialized equipment, such as reactors, extruders, and molding machines, are necessary to transform the raw materials into the desired polymer forms.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 3906 are acrylic polymers in various shapes and forms, including pellets, sheets, rods, and powders. These materials are then consumed by a wide range of industries, including 3920 Plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of plastics, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials, 3924 Tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and hygienic or toilet articles, of plastics, and 8708 Parts and accessories of motor vehicles.

Family tree for acrylic polymers in primary forms

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/39'>39: Plastics and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3906'>3906: Acrylic polymers in primary forms</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3901'>3901: Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3902'>3902: Polymers of propylene or of other olefins, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3903'>3903: Polymers of styrene, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3904'>3904: Polymers of vinyl chloride or of other halogenated olefins, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3905'>3905: Polymers of vinyl acetate or of other vinyl esters, in primary forms; other vinyl polymers in primary forms</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3907'>3907: Polyacetals, other polyethers and epoxide resins, in primary forms; polycarbonates, alkyd resins, polyallyl esters and other polyesters, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3908'>3908: Polyamides in primary forms</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3909'>3909: Amino-resins, phenolic resins and polyurethanes, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3910'>3910: Silicones in primary forms</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3911'>3911: Petroleum resins, coumarone-indene resins, polyterpenes, polysulphides, polysulphones and similar products of chemical synthesis n.e.c. in chapter 39, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3912'>3912: Cellulose and its chemical derivatives, n.e.c. or included, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3913'>3913: Natural polymers (e.g. alginic acid) and modified natural polymers (e.g. hardened proteins, chemical derivatives of natural rubber), n.e.c. or included, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3914'>3914: Ion-exchangers; based on polymers of heading no. 3901 to 3913, in primary forms</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3915'>3915: Waste, parings and scrap, of plastics</a>"]
A --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3916'>3916: Monofilament of which any cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm, rods, sticks and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked, of plastics</a>"]
A --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3917'>3917: Tubes, pipes and hoses and fittings thereof (for example, joints, elbows, flanges), of plastics</a>"]
A --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3918'>3918: Floor coverings of plastics, self-adhesive or not, in rolls or tiles; wall or ceiling coverings of plastics, in rolls of a width not less than 45cm</a>"]
A --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3919'>3919: Self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip and other flat shapes, of plastics, whether or not in rolls</a>"]
A --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3920'>3920: Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive); non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials, n.e.c. in chapter 39</a>"]
A --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3921'>3921: Plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip n.e.c. in chapter 39</a>"]
A --> W["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3922'>3922: Sanitary ware; baths, shower-baths, sinks, wash-basins, bidets, lavatory pans, seats and covers, flushing cisterns and sanitary ware, of plastics</a>"]
A --> X["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3923'>3923: Plastic articles for the conveyance or packing of goods; stoppers, lids, caps and other closures of plastics</a>"]
A --> Y["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3924'>3924: Tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and hygienic or toilet articles, of plastics</a>"]
A --> Z["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3925'>3925: Plastics; builders' wares n.e.c. or included</a>"]
A --> BA["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3926'>3926: Articles of plastics and articles of other materials of heading no. 3901 to 3914, n.e.c. in chapter 39</a>"]

    B --> BB["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/390610'>390610: Acrylic polymers; poly(methyl methacrylate), in primary forms</a>"]
B --> BC["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/390690'>390690: Acrylic polymers; (other than polymethyl methacrylate), in primary forms</a>"]


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